Greater Raritan

Project Search Information Session for Parents, at RWJUH Somerset
2025-12-04 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States
Project Search, which offers an immersion-based program at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset for students with disabilities, is hosting two open houses in December. Both sessions will be conducted at the hospital, 120 Rehill Ave., Somerville.
The Thursday, December 4, session at 5:30 p.m. is for parents.
The Thursday, December 11, session from 10 to 11 a.m. is for school staff, including CST, Transition staff and administrators.
Registration is required to attend either event. To register, email Sarah Cosenza at scosenza@center.school or call 908-704-2731. Cosenza also can provide more information about the Project Search program.
This program is supported by Easterseals NJ, the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and New Jersey Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities.

Creative Connections: Snow Day
2025-12-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Hunterdon County Library, 314 Route 12, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
Creative Connections is a monthly program at the Hunterdon County Library Headquarters Branch at 314 Route 12, Building 3, in Flemington, for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to enjoy themed crafts and activities together.
The meeting theme for the Thursday, December 11, program running from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. is “Snow Day.” Participants will participate in d activities celebrating winter weather.
Caregivers or support staff are required to attend and engage in activities, and registration is required to ensure a meaningful and personalized experience for all.
The program will be conducted in the library’s Main Meeting Room.
Call 908-788-1434 or go here to register.

Project Search Information Session for School Staff, at RWJUH Somerset
2025-12-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ, 08876, United States

Planning Pathways Series: An Overview of SSI & Medicaid for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
2026-01-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual Event
Planning Pathways is series of four informational webinars for families supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) being presented by the Hunterdon County Library. Two webinars in January will focus on key aspects of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Eligibility application process. The February sessions will address logistical and legal planning topics to help families prepare for the futures of their loved ones.
Webinar one, An Overview of SSI & Medicaid for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. will be presented by Connor Griffin from The Arc of New Jersey from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, January 8.
Are you someone that needs help navigating the system? Griffin will discuss the basics of Social Security Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid, which is required for someone to receive services through the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). Participants will learn about why applying for SSI at age 18 can be beneficial, the different pathways to qualify for Medicaid, and the application process for both SSI and Medicaid.
To register, go here.

Planning Pathways Series: Navigating the DDD Service System: Understanding the 4 steps to be determined eligible and enroll in the DDD Service System
2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:30
Planning Pathways is series of four informational webinars for families supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) being presented by the Hunterdon County Library. Two webinars in January will focus on key aspects of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Eligibility application process. The February sessions will address logistical and legal planning topics to help families prepare for the futures of their loved ones.
The second webinar, Navigating the DDD Service System: Understanding the 4 steps to be determined eligible and enroll in the DDD Service System, will be presented by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities on Thursday, January 20, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
This presentation will provide an overview of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) service system and the steps required to complete the DDD eligibility process. It will also discuss Support Coordination- DDD’s care management model.
For more information and to register for the event, go here.

Planning Pathways Series: Person-Centered LifePlanning: Securing the Future for People with Disabilities
2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Planning Pathways is series of four informational webinars for families supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) being presented by the Hunterdon County Library. Two webinars in January will focus on key aspects of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Eligibility application process. The February sessions will address logistical and legal planning topics to help families prepare for the futures of their loved ones.
The third webinar, Person-Centered LifePlanning: Securing the Future for People with Disabilities, will be presented by Melanie Miquel from PLAN|NJ from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 3.
This session will address future planning issues such as independent living supports; estate planning, legal and financial protections. Topics include how to implement a future life plan for people with disabilities, Guardianship and Alternatives to Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, and ABLE accounts. Handouts will be provided to families to highlight the topics of the session.
For more information and to register for the event, go here.

CEA Resource Expo Focusing on Services for Differently Abled Individuals
2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00 | NJPSA/FEA Conference Center, 12 Centre Drive, Monroe Township, NJ, 08831, United States
The Hunterdon County-based CEA is hosting a community Resource Expo from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, at the NJPSA/FEA Conference Center, 12 Centre Drive, Monroe.
Community members will learn about a variety of partners and services for differently abled individuals. This includes:

Community Employment and Job Coaching
College Search Support
Mental Health Service Providers
The Middlesex County office of the N.J. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services.

For more information contact Kyle Doremus at 908-782-1480, Ext. 222, or at kdoremus@cea-nj.org.

Planning Pathways Series: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Overview
2026-02-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual Event
Planning Pathways is series of four informational webinars for families supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) being presented by the Hunterdon County Library. Two webinars in January will focus on key aspects of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Eligibility application process. The February sessions will address logistical and legal planning topics to help families prepare for the futures of their loved ones.
The fourth and final session in the series, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Overview, will be presented by Eliot M. Goldstein, Esq. from Gebhardt & Kiefer, P.C., on Tuesday, February 24, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
This webinar will provide information relevant to the families of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants will gain a better understanding of what resources are available to an intellectually and developmentally disabled person and legal options available to the disabled person’s family.
For more information and to register for the event, go here.

Project Search Virtual Open House for Community Members
2026-02-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Project Search, which offers an immersion-based program at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset for students with disabilities, is hosting a virtual Open House for school employees, parents and caregivers who would like to learn more about the program.
The virtual event will be conducted on Wednesday, February 25, starting at 1 p.m.
Registration is required to the event. To register, email Sarah Cosenza at scosenza@center.school or call 908-704-2731. Cosenza also can provide more information about the Project Search program.
This program is supported by Easterseals NJ, the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and New Jersey Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities.

CiC Coffee & Conversation Networking Event in Franklin
2026-03-03 09:00 - 10:30 | CiC Satellite Office, 873 Hamilton St., Somerset, NJ, 08873, United States
Coffee & Conversation, the quarterly networking event presented by CiC for Prevention and Recovery, will run from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, at the agency’s new Franklin satellite office at 873 Hamilton St. in the Somerset section of Franklin.
This event includes a light breakfast and plenty of opportunities to connect. Participants can learn about local resources, hear from community organizations, explore available services, and network with other professionals in the field. All are welcome.
To register go to Coffee and Conversation Registration or use the QR code in this flyer.
CiC’s main hub is in Bernardsville. For more information, call 908-801-2123.

CJHRC 2-Part Homebuyer Webinar – Part 1
2026-03-23 17:30 - 20:15 | Virtual Event
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is presenting a two-day virtual Homebuyer Workshop from 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. Monday, March 23, and Wednesday, March 25.
This HUD certified homebuyer free workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the home buying process. Attendees will hear from the industry’s local professionals about how to become a successful homeowner. Topics to be covered include:

Money Management and Budgeting
Working with a Realtor
Credit
Fair Housing
How to Get a Mortgage
Home Inspections & Ten Important Questions
Working with a Real Estate Attorney
Affordable Housing Options
Homeowners Insurance
Down Payment and Closing Cost Grants

Attendees must attend both days and will receive a certificate after the 5.5-hour webinars workshops are completed. In order to obtain a certificate, participants must complete and submit required forms.
To register, go to https://cjhrc.org and click on the Upcoming Webinars & Events tile and click on CJHRC Webinars. Choose March 23 & March 25 2-Part Homebuyer Webinar; the link to register is located towards the bottom of the flyer. If you have questions or need help registering, contact a CJHRC Counselor at 908-446-0036.

CJHRC 2-Part Homebuyer Webinar – Part 2
2026-03-25 17:30 - 20:15 | Virtual Event

NJ Reentry Corp. 2026 Annual Conference
2026-04-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Saint Peter’s University, 2641 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ, 07306, United States
The NJ Reentry Corp. 2026 Annual Conference will focus on Trauma. The event will be conducted on Thursday, April 2, at Saint Peter’s University in Jersey City.
Trauma shapes behavior long after prison, war, or addiction ends, and science shows why clinical care heals.
The conference will feature Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. a Harvard-trained neuroanatomist, and other national leaders in neuroscience, medicine, psychiatry, and justice who will present an evidence-based conference on trauma, recovery, and reentry.
To register, use the following Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1978413737747?aff=oddtdtcreator.

CJHRC Free Fair Housing Webinar
2026-04-09 15:00 - 16:15 | Virtual Event
A webinar on Free Fair Housing will be presented by the Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) from 3 to 4:15 p.m. Thursday, April 9.
The Fair Housing Act extends to all aspects of housing including sales, advertising, financing, rental, insurance, design, and construction. Sharon Clark of the CJHRC will cover different housing related topics during the free webinar so that participants know their fair housing rights.
To register, go to www.cjhrc.org click on the Upcoming Webinars & Events tile and click on CJHRC Webinars. Choose April 9, 2026 Fair Housing Webinar; the link to register is located towards the bottom of the flyer. If you have questions or need help registering, contact a CJHRC counselor at 908-446-0037.

Hunterdon County Disability Services Expo
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Hunterdon County Complex, 314 State Route 12, Flemington, NJ, 08822, United States
The Hunterdon County Human Services Advisory Council is presenting a Disability Services Expo from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Hunterdon County’s Route 12 Complex, 314 Route 12, Flemington.
Community members are invited to learn about the many programs and agencies that provide services and support individuals with disabilities
For questions or if you are a community member needing accommodations, call Kevin at 908-788-1361.
Agencies interested in reserving a table at this free event may contact the Hunterdon County Division of Senior, Disabilities and Veterans Services at 908-788-1359.

Somerset County Aging and Disability Expo
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Somerset County Senior Wellness Center, 876 E. Main St., Bridgewater, NJ, 08807, United States
The Somerset County Aging and Disability Expo will be conducted from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at Bridgewater Senior Wellness Center 876 East Main St., Bridgewater NJ 08807.
The event will include educational discussions, interactive demonstrations, and preventative healthcare screenings aiming to provide essential tools to help older adults (60+) and individuals with physical disabilities (18+) and caregivers connect to local resources. Transportation can be provided upon request.
Attendees can register here.
Vendor registration is available here.
There is no fee for vendors or attendees to take part in the county-sponsored event.
